First revision of first edition (April 1998) Order number DOC-2201 Part number 805-01520-001 oa Copyright ©1998 Siva Technology Incorporated. All rights reserved. Printed in the United States of America.
\ i Federal Communications Commission (FOL) Notice Sof Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Notice The Federal Communications Commission has established technical standards regarding radio frequency energy emitted by computer devices, This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the Limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Preface PLL Audience This Siva Gate Reader 410R Installation Guide is written for technical personnel who are familiar with the Siva System and its components. What's New in this Edition This is the first revision to the first edition of the Siva Gate Reader 410R Installation Guide. It adds instructions for installing fer rite filters on component cables. Organization of this Manual This guide describes how to install the Siva Gate Reader 410R.
Typographic and usage conventions Meaning and use’ note Note Notes call attention to facts or advice that seem to deserve special attention. caution notice stammering Caution Caution notices call attention to the possibility of damage to the product, the system, or your work (for example, potential loss of data). warning notice Warning Warning natives call attention 10 the possibility of injury to people.
Chapter 1: Chapter 2: | Contents Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Notice . . iii Preface ii Related Publications . Audience .. What's New in this Edition Organization of this Manual Conventions Used in this Manual .. Introduction Siva System . 1-1 RID Management Software 1-2 Caterer Description .. S12 Gate Reader Components 13 Control Panel L133 Re Unit L133 Makeup Antennas S13 Motion Sensor C14 Network Communications C14 ‘Tag Communications . Models and Options . .
Chapter 3: Installation Configuration Overview Five-Pole Configuration Site Preparation . Configuration Connections Power Cee Four-Pole Configuration . Site Preparation Configuration Two-Pole Configuration Site Preparation . Configuration .. . Monitoring Bi-directional Lanes or Tracks . Monitoring Split Lanes or Tracks Positioning Siva Gate Reader Components Positioning the RF Unit Positioning the Makeup Antennas Positioning the Motion Sensor...
3-10 3-11 4-1 (| Figures Control panel mounting holes Siva Gate Reader 410R control panel terminal blocks . Placing the fer rite filters inside the enclosure. Five-pole configuration . Four-pole configuration. Tao-pole configuration Positioning the RE unit . Front view of antenna positions for bidirectional lanes . Front view of antenna positions for single lane...
Tables Table Page Siva Gate Reader models . L135 Wiring for terminal block 1 23 Wiring for terminal block 2, four and five -pole configuration. 24 Wiring fot terminal block 2, two-pole configuration. . 26 Wiring for terminal block 3 27 Wiring for terminal blocks 4 and Possible problems and solutions . .
1 Introduction The Siva Gate Reader 410R is intended for use in applications where short-range, directed tag communications are required, such as at gates, checkpoints, and other portals. Using the Siva Gate Reader as part of the Siva System, you can perform vehicle tracking, tag collections, and data exchanges with tags. Siva System The Siva System uses state-of-the-art wireless technology to monitor, track, and locate assets in complex commercial, industrial and military environments.
RID Management Software RID Management Software To communicate with Siva Gate Readers, use one of these Siva software packages for RID system management: « Siva Asset Manager, version 2.0 Siva Asset Manager software is used for wide area tracking to control and monitor Siva System components. It has a graphical user interface for ease-of-use when scheduling automated events or exporting tag collection data to your other busing: * Siva Retriever, version 2.
\ Caterer Description Gate Reader Components The Siva Gate Reader 410K consists of four primary components: * control panel * RF unit + primary and secondary makeup antennas + motion sensor Control Panel The control panel contains a microprocessor for controlling all of the Gate Reader components, memory for data buffering, a Lon Works network interface, an AC adapter and DC regulator that provide power to all components, and a terminal Block to connect wiring for power, the RF unit, and one or more antenna
Caterer Description 2.44 GHz RF signal to tags to wake them up. The tags then transmit data using a 433.92 MHz signal that is received by the RF unit. Motion Sensor The motion sensor detects oncoming vehicles and then triggers the activation of the primary and secondary makeup antennas. Network Communications The Siva Gate Reader 410R supports two types of network protocols: Echelon’s Lon Works network and RS-232.
—— Caterer Description } J ) The Siva Gate Reader is a dual-frequency device: it uses 433.92 MHz signals to communicate with tags, but uses a 2.44 GHz makeup signal when a tag approaches. When the vehicle sensor detects motion, it triggers activation of the gate controller. The gate controller then activates the makeup antennas to send a makeup signal (2.44 GHz) to the approaching tags so that the controller can begin collecting tag data (433.92 MHz). The range for the 2.
Installation Overview i \ Installation Overview Installing the Siva Gate Reader 410R takes place in four major steps: « mount, configure, and wire the control panel in a Remunerated enclosure (Chapter 2, “Configuration).
{(2 configuration This chapter describes the mounting placement and wiring configuration of the control panel in 2 NAME-rated enclosure. It also describes how to install fer rite filters on all power and network cables. Mounting the Control Panel The control panel is mounted inside a NAME-rated watertight enclosure. Figure 2-1 shows the dimensions of the control panel and the location of the four mounting holes.
Witting the Conifer Panel Table 2-1 Signal Nay Wiring for terminal block 1 Description.
Wiring the Control Panel i = Ter Wiring for terminal block 2, four and five-pole configuration TE 6 VIOLET ANT OK 28 7 YELLOW ANTWERP 8 GRAY GND 9 ORANGE ANTIBIOTIC 10 YELLOW GND un ORANGE ANTWERP 12 GRAY GND 13 WHITE SENNA 14 VIOLET ANT_OK_2A 15 BROWN ANTWERP 16 BLACK GND 17 RED/ GREEN ANTON_ 1A 18 BROWN GND 19 RED/ GREEN ANTIWAR 20 BLACK Makeup Antenna 2 Makeup Antenna 2 Makeup Antenna 2 Makeup Antenna 2 Makeup Antenna 1 Makeup Antenna 1 Makeup Antenna 1 Makeup Antenna 1 Makeup Antenna 1 Makeup Antenna 2
Siting the Control Panel ee, Table 2-3 Table 2-3 lists the wiring by screw for terminal block 2 for two-pole configurations. Terminal block 2 connects cables for the components of the Gate Reader: sensors, antennas, monitoring LED, and so on.
Wiring the Control Pane! } J ANTWERP 15 GRAY ~~ Makeup Power supply for Primary Antenna Antenna GND 17 GREEN/ Makeup Signal ground for Primary and GREEN Antenna Secondary Antenna 2 1.2 ANTONIA 18 BROWN ~~ Makeup Connection check for Primary Antenna Antenna 1 GND ® RED/ Makeup Signal ground for Primary and RED Antenna Secondary Antenna 1 12 ANTIQUARIAN 20 BLACK Makeup Power supply for Primary Antenna Antenna Table 2-3 lists the wiring by screw for terminal block 3.
Wiring the Control Panel SKIP GND 8 BLACK Digital Ground Module 15v 9 BLUE, Makeup 15V power supply BLUE Antenna 1 &2 GND 10 No Ground Connect Table 2-5 lists the wiring by screw for terminal blocks 4 and 5. Terminal block 4 connects AC power within the Gate Reader control panel. Terminal block 5 connects to the source AC power line Table 2-5 Wiring for criminal blocks 4 and 5 Term: Signal Nai EARTH TB4, 1 GREEN AC GROUND NEUTRAL TB4,2 WHITE AC HOT TB5, 1 BLACK AC 2.
A 4 Installing the Feces Fifers Installing the Fer rite Filters When you install the Siva Gate Reader, you must install fer rite filters (supplied in the installation kit) on several cables inside the control panel enclosure: « each 2.4 GHz antenna cable (large filter) + cache 433.92 MHz antenna cable (large filter) « the AC power cable (large filter) « each Lon Works cable (small filter) Figure 2-3 shows the approximate positions of the fer rite filters within the enclosure.
Installing the Fer rite Filters Inside the enclosure, each fer rite filter installs on the cable between the enclosure opening to cable conduit and the cable clamp on the contra panel. To install the fer rite filters: 1 w Identify the correct fer rite filter for each cable. The installation kit includes all necessary filters; five large ones for antenna and power cables, and two small ones for Lon Works cables. .
3 Installation ! This chapter describes the balance of the installation process: * positioning the Siva Gate Reader components {control panel, RF unit, primary and secondary makeup antennas, and motion sensor) in different configuration « connecting power and network cables, and turning on power * testing communication between the Siva Gate Reader and the host computer Configuration Overview ‘Three standard configurations are used when installing a Siva Gate Reader in the field: « five-pole configuration fo
Configuration Overview Five-Pole Configuration The five-pole configuration requires site preparation, positioning one control panel, one RF unit, two motion sensors, two primary makeup antennas, and two secondary makeup antennas, and then connecting network cables and the power supply. Site Preparation Before installing Siva Gate Reader components and network connections, some site preparation is necessary.
i i y Configuration Overview | / The two remaining poles are placed on the other side of the road and 10 feet from the edge of the road. Across from the 22-foot pole, place an 11-foot pole and install a primary makeup antenna and a motion sensor on it. Across from the 11-foot pole, place a 22-foot pale and install a secondary makeup antenna on it. Refer to Figure 3-1 for a diagram of the configuration.
Configuration Overview Connect the control panel to the primary makeup antenna using Siva-supplied network cable. Connect the primary makeup antenna to both the secondary makeup antenna and the motion sensor(s) to link the components of the Siva Gate Reader. Run the cables through underground conduits to protect them from damage.
\ Configuration Overview meets. Other site preparation considerations include, but are not limited to, supplying power, providing telephone connections, and installing power safety or monitoring devices. Configuration Place a 22-foot pole 10 feet from the edge of the road. Install the control] panel (in a NAME enclosure), RF unit, and sec nondairy makeup antenna on this pole. Place an 11-foot pole that is 64 feet from the first pole and 10 feet from the road.
I J Hl Configuration Overview i \ assignor Rep FRE, oo as : Sarges EER ave Fees ape dns ED) wT Wales Arden 1 WE MA Branden : Terse 43 Ps oa Figure 3-2 Four-pols configuration The connections and power information for the four-pole configuration is the same as for the five-pole configuration.
\ Configuration Overview Site Preparation Before installing Siva Gate Reader components and network connections, some site preparation is necessary. First, conduct a site survey and draft installation plans to anticipate the configuration of all devices. Use the positioning recommendations in this manual wherever possible. Once the plan is in place, install mounting poles, underground conduit, and NAME enclosures according to the plan, and in accordance with all safety and legal requirements.
Configuration Overview A Sensor #1 . Control Panel Primary ion Inner =" i f e——e ! Parascending venial nol hat i) Sensor #2 —» Second Primary Antenna Figure 3-3 Two-pole configuration The connections and power information for the two-pole configuration is the same as for the five-pole configuration.
\ Positioning Siva Gate Reader Components ] J / Positioning Siva Gate Reader Components Siva has tested each component to determine its ideal position relative to oncoming vehicles, tags, and other devices. Whenever possible, follow Siva recommendations exactly for positioning reader components, varying the measurements by no more than 2 feet from the recommended heights or distances.
Positioning Siva Gate Reader Components boa 3 i Continental (in REA enclosure {underground 1B cods surface consultant) | 4 Jit Figure 3-4 Positioning the RF anti Positioning the Makeup Antennas Each set of primary and secondary makeup antennas typically monitors a single direction of oncoming traffic. Figure 3-5 shows, when monitoring bi-directional lanes, the configuration alters slightly to accommodate the additional traffic direction.
1 Positioning Siva Sate Reader Components Angle the primary makeup antenna so that it faces slightly upward by about 30 degrees. * Position both 10 feet from the edge of a road, or 14 feet from the edge of a track.
Paleontologist Siva Gatorade Components Loy Primary Antenna Secondary Antenna pe road surface underground consular me Figure 3-6 Front view of antennas positions for single tine Positioning the Motion Sensor The motion sensor is generally mounted on the same pole (or building) as the primary makeup antenna. Securely mount the motion sensor so that its position won't change. If the position (angle) of the motion sensor changes, it affects the ability of the Siva Gate Reader to function properly.
Connecting Siva Threader Devices ) ) Approaching Traffic Primary Antenna Pole ~ Sod x motion sensor Figure 3-7 Motion sensor angle for monitoring approaching traffic '\ degrees Connecting Siva Gate Reader Devices Once you have positioned and mounted the Siva Gate Reader devices, you can connect the network and data cables. Siva recommends running all data and network cables through weatherproof conduits, either underground, or above ground attached to the mounting pole.
Connecting Siva Cote Reader Devices 433-MHz RF unit cables Terminal block 1 connects to the 433-MHz RF unit. + sensor and antenna cables Terminal block 2 connects to the motion sensor and both primary makeup antenna cables. Note Make sure to record which antenna connection (A or B) corresponds to which direction of traffic. You will need this information to configure Siva Asset Manager for the Sui Gate Reader. * Lon Works Screws 1-4 of terminal block 3 provide data to the Lon Works network cables.
Supplying Power Io the Siva Camaraderie « control panel This port uses data cable with a ten-pin connector to connect the primary makeup antenna and the control panel. Power is supplied to the primary makeup termagant through this connection. » secondary makeup antenna This port uses network cable with a five-pin connector to connect the primary makeup antenna to the secondary makeup antenna.
3 i Verifying Sav] Gate Reader Communication Power Port A standard power plug with a three-prong plug is connected to the control panel. This cord can be plugged into a standard outlet for 110VAC. A 220-volt power cord is also provided. To use this 220-volt power cord, replace the standard power plug with it at the screw terminal. Additional Ports The control panel contains a fuse for circuit protection.
(f Verifying Sav] Gatecrasher Communication In this case, simply open the software application and check to see that the Siva Gate Reader is listed in the network hierarchy (node tree). Its appearance in the list confirms that the device has been detected. 2. Verify that the Siva Gate Reader is able to communicate with a tag by using a test tag and, using the software, performing a sample tag collection.
4 Maintenance With minimal care, a Siva Gate Reader should perform flawlessly. However, in the event that a problem with a Siva Gate Reader occurs, this chapter should help you fix it. Maintenance Siva Gate Readers are designed to be maintenance-free. They are manufactured with the highest-quality components and are thoroughly tested before delivery. Self-Maintenance Functions The Siva Gate Reader has two self-maintenance functions that operators should be familiar with.
( Maintenance Circuit Protection The Siva Gate Reader is equipped with a primary power fuse for circuit protection. The AC power fuse is mounted in the screw terminal as shown in Figure 4-1, This fuse is a commercially-available 4-amp, 250-volt, 0.25 by 1.25 inch, slew-blo type fuse. Figure 4-1 AG power fuse Int the unlikely event that a Siva Gate Reader fails or problems occur that simple troubleshooting cannot solve, the Siva Gate Reader should be returned to Siva Technology.
em EE Troubleshooting ) J ) Troubleshooting Table 4-1 lists causes and solutions to problems that might occur with the Siva Gate Reader. Tabla 4-1 Possible problems and solutions Problem: Di 0 Solution Guinean > No power (indict# Verify the presence and voltage of the main AC power tor light is off) source by connecting a test unit to the power outlet. Check any fuses or switches associated with the main AC power source.
[i | (I Technical Support i 1 Technical Support If your Siva Gate Reader presents a problem that neither this manual nor troubleshooting tips can help you solve, contact Siva technical support in either of two ways: + Telephone 1-888-994-5AVI (North America only) or 1-650-428-0550 between 9:30 a.m, and § p.m. Pacific Time. + Send e-mail to at any time. Whether you use the telephone or e-mail, please have the details of the problems at hand when you contact Siva.
/ {CA Siva System Description The Siva System uses state-of-the-art wireless technology to monitor, track, and locate assets and to remotely control operations in complex commercial, industrial, and military environments, — Siva System The system comprises tags (also called transponders), readers (also called interrogators), RF relays or links, integrated products, and a computer with controlling software installed.
Seal RID System Solutions lanes. Operators can use a Siva Mobile Reader to perform collections and exchange data with the tags wherever installing Readerships is not practical or where portability is desired.
Sask Software and Integrated Products } J | Siva Asset Manager monitors and controls Siva REID components, collecting and disbursing data as needed for asset management and tracking. It is preinstalled in a desktop computer with a 17-inch monitor. Asset Manager stores collected data in its local, relational database. It exports the data to your main SQL database or file system, either on demand or on a convenient schedule. It uses visual maps to help you control which physical areas are to be collected.
| ! | Siva RID Hardware Components Tags are small, radio transceivers that can store user-defined data in nonvolatile, read / write memory, and can be monitored and controlled by other devices. Active tags contain their own power source to generate a radio signal. Passive tags receive their power from an interrogator by radio frequency transmission, ( { Out RID Hardware Components Tags are normally in an energy-conserving “sleep” mode until reception of a wake-up command from an interrogator.
i Siva REID Hardware Components J / Seal Tags, available with 256 bytes of standard memory and as much as 128 KB of extended memory for mass data storage, are designed for applications in the transportation and logistics industries. The Gravitas 410 has its own database engine and file system, It features up to 128 KB of read / write memory, and a connect tor port for wired high speed data transfer. The Gravitas 410 supports tag-initiated communication triggered by system sensors.
Siva RID Hardware Components The Spreader 310R model features 128 KB of random access memory that buffers data for retrieval by a host computer on demand. Designed for use with the Siva Inside TEAK system, the Spreader 310R triggers an alarm and notifies security if any tagged asset is removed from a building or facility.
Vi Siva RID Hardware Components uses antennas positioned within 10 feet of the reader, a remote model that uses antennas located as far as 1000 feet from the reader, and a hand-held model. Am tech tags are passive tags with a read range of 50 feet or greater, and a frequency range of 915 MHz for North America or 2.45 GHz worldwide.
Glossary active — (RID systems are called “active” when the transponder, or tag, contains its own battery to generate an RF transmission. Contrast with passive. asset — Any item that has a Gravitas attached to it, 50 the Siva System can track it. Assets are usually containers or vehicles. beeper — A Gravitas feature that makes an audible noise and can be turned on or off remotely. The beeper is useful in locating an individual tag. byte — A unit of information consisting of 8 bits.
i destination — A disk or tag that receives data. extended memory — Random-access memory (RAM) in Savings. This memory is RAM with a battery back-up power source. Extended memory is available in several sizes, from 8 KB to 128 KB. Contrast with standard memory. firmware — Program code stored permanently in read-only memory (ROM). Each Siva tag and interrogator contains firmware. hertz (Hz) — The unit of frequency of vibrations or oscillation, defined as the number of cycles per second.
power cord — The connection between a hardware device and its source of electrical power. A power cord’s source connector must match the receptacles commonly found where the unit is being used. protocol — Communications protocol. A formal set of rules for sending and receiving data on a communication line. random-access memory (RAM) — A type of computer memory that can be written to and read from.
{ a I Seal Tag — A type of Siva RID tag, distinguished by its distinctive shape, larger size, and the presence of extended memory. standard memory — Erasable programmable read-only memory (PROMOTE) that is part of every Siva tag. Savings have 128 or 256 bytes of standard emery, to hold configuration information such as the tag ID number and tag name. The first 43 bytes of standard memory are reserved for Siva functions. Contrast with extended memory.
Credits Writers: Roberta Wood, Sue Ellen Adkins, Deborah Suavely Editor: Deborah Suavely Contributors: Joseph Chan, Darren Hake man, Gustavo Padilla, Eugene Schindler